Based on an analysis of 455 trending Facebook posts on March 29, 2026, Miqrab AI identified several key narratives dominating online conversations in Iraq. The most engaging content featured potent political commentary expressing anti-US and pro-Iran sentiment. Concurrently, Iraqis closely followed breaking news about security incidents, particularly reports of explosions and attacks near Baghdad’s international airport. The ongoing regional conflict was a major topic, with users sharing updates on military strikes, their consequences such as power outages in Iran, and the growing economic fallout threatening Iraq’s stability. Domestic news, including a high-profile corruption arrest and political maneuvering around the prime minister’s potential second term and the delayed presidential election, also captured significant attention.

Today’s Top 10 Facebook Trends in Iraq:

1. Strong Anti-US and Pro-Iran Political Commentary

A highly engaging theme on Iraqi Facebook involved commentary contrasting alignment with Iran versus the United States. A post by Muna Sami (Post Impact: 100%) captured the top spot with the stark statement, “Shake Khamenei’s hand, and don’t kiss Trump’s rear.” This sentiment was mirrored by Muhammad Nasser Khalif Muhammad Nasser Khalif (Post Impact: 18%), who criticized what he described as “submission to the West and bullying of people,” while alleging that some leaders “kiss Trump’s rear.” Together, these posts frame a clear narrative advocating for regional alliances over subservience to Western powers.

2. Explosions and Attacks Reported in Baghdad

Multiple pages reported on a series of explosions heard in Baghdad, primarily concentrated around the international airport. Steven Nabil (Post Impact: 8%) and Set Ashwaq um al-Qanuniyya (Post Impact: 6%) were among the first to post breaking news alerts about the sounds of blasts. More detailed reports followed, with Alkhowa Alnadheefa (Post Impact: 4%) specifying that a drone targeted the “Victoria” logistical support base within the airport complex. Follow-up posts indicated that shelling was ongoing and that an Iraqi Air Force aircraft may have been damaged in the attacks.

3. Arrest of Blogger’s Brother in Corruption Case

The arrest of Muthanna al-Shammari, brother of well-known blogger Shahad al-Shammari, for alleged corruption circulated widely. Khabar Ajel (Post Impact: 9%) reported that he was arrested by the Integrity Commission on charges of receiving a bribe. The posts specified his role as the office manager for the Director General of Karkh Education. Pages like Akher Alahdath Aliraqia (Post Impact: 7%) and Nabdh al-Iraq (Post Impact: 1%) speculated on whether his family connections would lead to a swift release or if he would face the full extent of the law.

4. Regional Conflict: Reports of Attacks on Iran & Retaliation

Iraqi pages closely followed the escalating military conflict in the region, reporting on attacks against targets in Iran and subsequent retaliatory actions. Al-Khaleia al-Tacticia (Post Impact: 3%) reported that “American-Israeli fighters” attacked Mehrabad Airport, a branch of the Iranian National Bank, and industrial sites in Tehran and Tabriz. The same page also shared satellite imagery allegedly showing damage from Iranian strikes on Isa Air Base in Bahrain. Analyst Mustafa Alhadithi (Post Impact: 2%) claimed that Iran has adopted a new strategy of targeting sensitive facilities inside Israel, which he argues could hasten an end to the war.

5. Footballer Younis Mahmoud Rallies World Cup Support

A high-impact reel from former national football captain Younis Mahmoud (Post Impact: 56%) generated significant positive engagement online. In the video, Mahmoud expressed enthusiastic support for the Iraqi national team’s World Cup qualification campaign, referring to the players as “heroes.” The post, which included the hashtag “#يلا_الكاس_العالم_🇮🇶” (Let’s go World Cup), resonated strongly with the public, highlighting the widespread national passion for football and aspirations for international success.

6. Political Discussions on PM Sudani’s Second Term

The possibility of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani serving a second term was a prominent topic of political discussion. Haider Khalaf Ghazi (Post Impact: 10%) shared a direct quote from Ammar al-Hakim, leader of the National Wisdom Movement, who stated, “We are with renewing for Sudani for a second term.” Meanwhile, Hisham Ali (Post Impact: 1%) posted a clip of political analyst Qusai Mahbouba asserting that almost all parties within the Coordination Framework support renewal for the prime minister, with the notable exceptions of Nouri al-Maliki, Mohsen al-Mandalawi, and Humam Hamoudi.

7. Power Outages Reported in Tehran Amid Conflict

As part of the broader regional conflict, Iraqi pages reported on a major power outage in the Iranian capital. Set Ashwaq um al-Qanuniyya (Post Impact: 14%) shared the news, later providing an update from Iran’s Fars News Agency that power had been restored to most areas of Tehran and Karaj. The page Dr. Ali Alkaissi (Post Impact: 3%) also covered the event, posting an image with the caption “Tehran under complete darkness,” linking the blackout to the ongoing military strikes.

8. Anti-War Protests in the United States and Israel

Iraqi commentators shared videos of large anti-war demonstrations taking place in both the United States and Israel. Dr. Muzaffar Qasim Hussein (Post Impact: 11%) posted a clip of major protests in the U.S. and accused Arab and Iraqi media outlets of enforcing a “blackout” on their coverage. In a similar post, Muhammad al-Khazai (Post Impact: 5%) shared a video from Tel Aviv, reporting that Israeli protesters were chanting about poor conditions in shelters and demanding that the Netanyahu government end the war.

9. Iraqi Presidential Election Faces Further Delays

The prolonged process of electing a new President of the Republic was another key political topic. Alkhowa Alnadheefa (Post Impact: 5%) noted that the Coordination Framework was urging political parties to finalize the matter. Min Baghdad (Post Impact: 2%) provided a specific reason for the latest delay, reporting that the election session was postponed for 10 days at the request of Masoud Barzani, with a new deadline of April 8. A statement from the Iraqi Council of Representatives (Post Impact: 2%) confirmed that its leadership had discussed the issue and would set a date for the vote after meeting with parliamentary bloc leaders.

10. Economic Fears Mount in Iraq Due to Regional War

Commentators expressed growing anxiety over the economic repercussions of the regional conflict on Iraq’s stability. Thezelma (Post Impact: 3%) argued that Iraq is the most affected nation, with oil exports plummeting to a level insufficient to cover social welfare payments. This concern was amplified by Khabar Ajel (Post Impact: 2%), which reported that Deputy Prime Minister Fuad Hussein appealed to the European Union for help in stopping the war, warning that it could disrupt the payment of salaries for government employees and retirees. Similarly, Maher Mouhi (Post Impact: 5%) shared a warning from politician Bahaa al-Araji, who reportedly said that the government may only be able to pay salaries until May if the crisis continues.